MSc Advanced Professional Practice (Health and Social Care Professions)

Postgraduate Entry Requirements:

• Applicants should have successfully completed a bachelor's degree or its equivalent from a recognized institution with a minimum overall score of 55% or equivalent.
• English language proficiency is required, and applicants must provide evidence of their English language skills through an approved language test.
  • IELTS: A minimum overall score of 6.5 with no individual component below 6.0.
  • TOEFL: A minimum overall score of 76, with at least 17 in Listening, 18 in Reading, 20 in Speaking, and 18 in Writing.
  • PTE Academic: A minimum overall score of 59 with no individual score below 59.
• Some postgraduate programs may have specific subject prerequisites or additional requirements.

Students must provide:

• academic marksheets & transcripts
• letters of recommendation
• a personal statement - SOP
• passport
• other supporting documents as required by the university.

Work experience: Some postgraduate courses may require relevant work experience in the field.

It is important to note that meeting the minimum entry requirements does not guarantee admission, as the university considers factors such as availability of places and competition for the program. Additionally, some courses may have higher entry requirements or additional selection criteria, such as interviews or portfolio submissions.

The University of Plymouth offers various scholarships and financial support options to help students fund their studies. 

1. Vice-Chancellor's Scholarships: These scholarships are awarded to high-achieving students who demonstrate exceptional academic excellence and potential. The scholarships provide a partial tuition fee waiver for the duration of the program.
2. International Academic Excellence Scholarships: These scholarships are available for international students who have achieved outstanding academic results. The scholarships offer a partial tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
3. International Plymouth Global Scholarships: These scholarships are designed to attract high-caliber international students to the University of Plymouth. The scholarships provide a partial tuition fee reduction for the first year of study.
4. Sport Scholarships: The university offers sport scholarships to talented athletes who have achieved a high level of sporting excellence. The scholarships provide support in the form of financial assistance, training, and access to sports facilities.
5. Subject-Specific Scholarships: Some academic departments at the University of Plymouth offer subject-specific scholarships for students enrolled in particular programs or disciplines. These scholarships may be based on academic merit, research potential, or other criteria determined by the department.

Graduates of the MSc Advanced Professional Practice (Health and Social Care Professions) program from the University of Plymouth have excellent career prospects in a wide range of healthcare and social care settings.

1. Advanced Clinical Practitioner: Graduates can work as advanced clinical practitioners, providing expert clinical care, assessment, and diagnosis in their chosen specialty. They may work in hospitals, clinics, community healthcare settings, or private practice.

2. Clinical Leadership and Management: Graduates can pursue leadership and management roles in healthcare organizations, overseeing teams, implementing quality improvement initiatives, and driving innovation in service delivery. They may work as clinical managers, service leads, or consultants.

3. Research and Academia: Graduates may choose to pursue research or academic careers, conducting research in their specialized field or teaching in universities and educational institutions. They can contribute to the advancement of knowledge and evidence-based practice in their profession.

4. Consultancy and Advisory Roles: Graduates can work as consultants or advisors, providing expert advice and guidance on policy development, service improvement, or regulatory compliance in healthcare organizations or government agencies.

5. Professional Development and Education: Graduates can work in roles focused on professional development and education, training and mentoring other healthcare professionals, designing and delivering educational programs, or working as clinical educators.

6. Public Health and Health Promotion: Graduates can work in public health organizations, promoting health and wellbeing, developing and implementing health promotion initiatives, or conducting community health assessments.

7. Social Work and Social Care Management: Graduates from social work specializations can pursue roles in social work practice, social care management, or social policy development. They may work with vulnerable populations, such as children and families, older adults, or individuals with disabilities.

8. Policy and Advocacy: Graduates can work in policy and advocacy roles, influencing healthcare policy and contributing to the development of standards and guidelines in their field of practice. They may work in government agencies, professional bodies, or non-profit organizations.